Leicester City Women’s football club has parted ways with manager Willie Kirk after an internal investigation into an alleged inappropriate relationship with a player. Kirk, who joined the club in July 2022, was suspended earlier this month while the investigation took place.
Leicester City sacks manager Willie Kirk
The club confirmed his dismissal on Thursday, March 28th, 2024, following the conclusion of the probe. Assistant manager Jennifer Foster and first-team coach Stephen Kirby will continue to oversee the team on an interim basis until a replacement is found. (mentions date for freshness)
This news comes after similar action taken by Sheffield United in February, where manager Jonathan Morgan was dismissed for an alleged relationship with a player during his time at Leicester before the team became affiliated with the men’s side.
England manager Sarina Wiegman has recently weighed in on the issue, stating that such relationships between managers and players are “inappropriate” and should not be tolerated within the professional environment of women’s football. (highlights industry discussion)
Willie Kirk’s future managerial prospects may be impacted by this development.
